The Place

eSwatini (Swaziland)


Opposite the golf course, this modern guesthouse has impeccable, well-equipped rooms with sparkling bathrooms and a small kitchenette. The free-standing units open onto a manicured garden and a pool, and is in the same complex as Ramblas Restaurant. A great find.


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Nearby eSwatini (Swaziland) attractions

1. Sibebe Rock

6.03 MILES

About 8km northeast of Mbabane is Sibebe Rock, a massive granite dome hulking over the surrounding countryside. It's the world's second-largest monolith,…

3. Somhlolo National Stadium

9.92 MILES

Built for eSwatini's independence in 1968, the 20,000-capacity national stadium hosts soccer matches, as well as important state occasions, such as…

4. Ngwenya Iron-Ore Mine

10.13 MILES

Ngwenya is one of the world’s oldest known mines. The visitors centre has an interesting display of photographs and information, including the original…

5. Parliament

10.16 MILES

Opened in 1969 as a post-independence gift from the departing British, this hexagonal building topped with a brass dome is a major landmark in Lobamba. It…

6. National Museum

10.2 MILES

This museum has some interesting displays of Swazi culture, as well as a traditional beehive village and cattle enclosure, and several of King Sobhuza II…

7. King Sobhuza II Memorial Park

10.28 MILES

Across the road from parliament, this memorial was established as a tribute to King Sobhuza II, who led eSwatini to independence from British rule in 1968…

8. Eludzidzini Royal Residence

10.33 MILES

At the end of a palm-lined avenue south of Lobamba lies Eludzidzini, the queen mother's royal residence. It's not open to the public except during…